Special Event

The Monkey’s Paw… and More

31 October 2025
7.30pm
£16

Supernatural stories read and performed for the last night of Autumn.

Supernatural stories read and performed for the last night of Autumn.

Gav Cross returns to Norton Priory as Norton’s Narrator.

Stories Read & Performed for Grown Ups.

A freshly dug up evening of vintage terror built around the W. W. Jacobs classic short horror story.

Be careful what you wish for.

Unless what you wish for is Samhain special of spine chilling stories for the season.

Don’t sit at home with the lights off, hoping everyone will think you are out…

Come and sit in the atrium of this ancient space and let us switch the lights off for you.

An evening of tall tales and scary stories, read and performed by Gav Cross.

Returning to Norton Priory following his Sold-Out shows “After Supper Ghost Stories” & “The War of the Worlds”.

Think Jackanory for grown ups… With bite…

Bring your bravest face and perhaps a hand to hold?*

Age guidance 14+ suggested

2hrs (Including and interval)

“A Master Storyteller” ****

northwestend.com

“Gav's ability to beguile a room, is unparalleled.”

Bradford Literature Festival

“Gav’s After Supper Ghost Stories was a masterclass in storytelling. By the end of the night, even the most restless meme-spewing teen in attendance sat totally captivated by his raucous and suspenseful retelling of these classic tales. We can’t wait to welcome him back.”

Pound Arts

"Gav is an exceptional storyteller.”

Storyhouse, Chester

“Professional storyteller and comedy performer Gav Cross held the audience in the palm of his hands.”

Highlights Rural Touring Scheme

Pre-booking for this event is essential! Pre-booking closes at 11:45 the night before the event, so book now to avoid disappointment!

*Please ask permission of the owner of the hand…

This listing is supplied by one of our museum partners and is not moderated by Art Fund.

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Visitor information

Address

Norton Priory Museum and Gardens

Tudor Road, Manor Park, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 1SX
01928 569895

Opening times

10:00 am - 4:00 pm (Winter)

10:00 am - 5:00 pm (Summer)

Open Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Open Thursday during school holidays.

Exclusions and safety measures

The Walled Garden is open 1pm - 4pm during the summer season.

Pre-booked ticket recommended for best prices.

Entry via the main entrance in museum visitor centre.

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